Washington’s Kelby Beller & Preslee Johnson – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by The First National Bank & Trust Co
Washington’s Kelby Beller & Preslee Johnson Kelby Dawn Beller and Preslee Johnson are seniors at Washington High School who have a long history of playing basketball together. Their journey started in elementary school, making them a strong duo on the court. Beller is a point guard and Johnson is a shooting guard. Beller enjoys creating shots for her […]
Washington’s Creed Barrett – Football Spotlight – Presented by Abby Sizelove- Shelter Insurance
Washington’s Creed Barrett By Ivy Knapp Washington football player, Creed Barrett, has grown up around the sport. He still remembers the moment that pulled him toward football. “I started playing football in 3rd grade, and I used to watch my dad’s highlights when I was little,” he said. “That really is what made me want […]
Q&A with Washington’s Evan Wells – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Washington’s Evan Wells VYPE: What is your favorite part about basketball and why? Evan Wells: My favorite part of basketball is the teamwork moments like when you’re in a fast break and there is perfect passing that ends in an easy bucket. VYPE: What life lessons or skills has your sport taught you that you use in your […]
Washington’s Hudson Gann – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Gregory’s Sporting Goods
Washington’s Hudson Gann By Ivy Knapp For Hudson Gann, basketball has always felt like something that came naturally to him, even back when he was just shooting around in the driveway with his dad. Now a sophomore at Washington High School, he says those early moments of working to continuously get better are what first […]
Q&A with Washington’s Cole Beard – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Washington’s Cole Beard VYPE: Cole, tell us what’s been the biggest surprise of your prep basketball career? Cole Beard: I have had my ups and downs throughout my career, along with heartbreak. If I stay focused and confident, then can lead to greater things and being one of the starting 5 this year. VYPE: What […]
Washington’s Laney Gay – Basketball Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Washington’s Laney Gay By Ivy Knapp Senior Laney Gay has grown up in Washington, so being a student-athlete here means even more to her. Since she’s lived in the community her whole life, she feels a strong connection to the school and the people around her. Being an athlete at Washington is something she truly […]
2025 Washington Warriors Girls Basketball Preview – Presented by The First National Bank & Trust Co.
WASHINGTON LADY WARRIORS Coach: KALE SIMON 2024-25 Record: 30-1 OUTLOOK After winning the Class 3A state title last season, the Lady Warriors and head coach Kale Simon return three starters including Kelby Beller and Preslee Johnson, who have been three-year starters on three state final teams. “Washington also returns Jayden Wells who started as a […]
2025 Washington Warriors Boys Basketball Preview – Presented by The First National Bank & Trust Co.
WASHINGTON WARRIORS Coach: TREVOR SMITH 2024-25 Record: 24-7 OUTLOOK The Washington Warriors return after a state quarterfinal run with renewed hunger and a roster that blends established talent with emerging young players. Head coach Trevor Smith sees a group ready to elevate its standard and push for another postseason appearance. “Coming off a state quarter-finalist […]
Washington’s Alexa Harris – Athlete Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central
Washington’s Alexa Harris By Elizabeth Contreras Balancing leadership roles and commitments in band is no small task, but Washington High School junior Alexa Harris has embraced the challenge. Serving as District Vice President of Membership for Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) as well as playing the flute in band, Harris says each […]
Q&A with Washington’s Shiloh Phelps – Cross Country Spotlight – Presented by Ortho Central
Q&A with Washington’s Shiloh Phelps VYPE: What grade are you in this year and how long have you participated in cross country at Washington High?Shiloh Phelps: I am a junior at Washington High School, and I have been running cross country here since 7th grade. I also run track here at Washington. VYPE: What clubs […]